# Bond Touch vs Hugs App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hugs App at 100% against Bond Touch's 42%. Hugs App also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Bond Touch's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (18K vs 13). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bond Touch sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Hugs App asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hugs App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bond Touch has 18K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of Bond Touch's written reviews are positive against 100% of Hugs App's.

Bond Touch ships an update every 2 weeks, Hugs App every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bond Touch | Hugs App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bond-touch/id1291952832/reviews) | **[5.0 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hugs-app/id1520736562/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 41.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 309 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bond Touch Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1715860510) | [Novvia LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1402076437) |

## What reviewers say

### Bond Touch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bond-touch/id1291952832)

This app connects you with loved ones when you're apart, allowing you to send and receive touches, share private messages and photos, and even feel a partner's heartbeat. It manages smart bracelets and necklaces designed to bridge physical distance and foster deeper connections.

**Highlights:** Send and receive touches, Private encrypted space for messages and photos, Personalize touch colors, View connection and battery status, Revisit touch history, Optional location sharing, Record and exchange heartbeats

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💕 Amazing for long-distance relationships
- 🤗 Helps couples feel connected
- 🎁 Great gift idea
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🤖 Innovative concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- ⏱️ Delayed vibrations/notifications
- 🔋 Battery life problems
- 🔒 Requires app to be open constantly
- 🤖 Inconsistent performance

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Pairing issues with multiple devices
- Bracelet disconnects randomly
- Inaccurate battery percentage display
- Trouble with firmware updates

**Requested features**

- Allow use without app open
- Improve battery life
- Add more customization options
- Enhance notification system
- Expand connectivity range


### Hugs App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hugs-app/id1520736562)

This app simulates the heartbeat of another person to convey affection and support remotely. It allows users to feel a connection during video calls or send a virtual hug to loved ones, bridging physical distance.

**Highlights:** Simulates heartbeat for connection, Remote hug sending, Visual connection during calls, No data collection, Simple interface

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bond Touch free?

Bond Touch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Hugs App free?

Hugs App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Bond Touch or Hugs App?

Hugs App is rated higher. Bond Touch averages 4.6 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Hugs App averages 5.0 from 13 ratings.

### Do Bond Touch or Hugs App have ads?

Neither Bond Touch nor Hugs App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bond Touch or Hugs App?

Bond Touch ships an update every 2 weeks, and Hugs App every 9 months. Most recently, Bond Touch was updated on September 26, 2026 and Hugs App on September 13, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*